Privacy Policy & Terms of Use

Effective Date: November 11, 2025

1. Introduction

Discover Lockhart, TX (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and the trust you place in our community platform. This document explains both our Privacy Policy and our Terms of Use, which govern your access to and use of discoverlockharttx.org (the “Site”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to these Terms and this Policy in full.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information you voluntarily provide and technical data automatically collected during your use of the Site.

• Information You Provide: Your name, email address, phone number, and event details when submitting listings or using the contact form.
• Automatically Collected Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring site, access times, and usage statistics through analytics tools.

3. How We Use Information

We use the data we collect to:

• Publish local events and community information.
• Respond to inquiries and maintain communication with users.
• Improve and personalize the functionality of our Site.
• Ensure security and monitor usage to detect potential misuse.

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

4. Sharing of Information

We may share limited information with trusted service providers who assist us with website operations, analytics, or email services. We may also disclose data when required by law or necessary to protect our rights or the safety of our users.

5. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only as long as needed to fulfill its purpose or as required by applicable law. Once data is no longer necessary, it is securely deleted.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Site and enhance usability. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.

7. Security

We use HTTPS encryption, firewalls, and secure hosting environments to protect your information. Despite these safeguards, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Links to Other Websites

Our Site may link to third-party websites, including partner organizations and event sponsors. We are not responsible for their content, policies, or data practices.

9. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If we become aware of such data, it will be promptly deleted.

10. Your Rights and Choices

• Request access, correction, or deletion of your personal information.
• Opt out of cookies and analytics tracking using browser settings.
• Contact us directly with any privacy-related concerns.

11. Terms of Use

By using the Discover Lockhart, TX website, you agree to the following terms and conditions governing your participation, submissions, and browsing of the Site.

11.1 Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Site solely for lawful purposes. You may not:

• Submit or post false, misleading, or inappropriate content.
• Attempt to disrupt or compromise the functionality or security of the Site.
• Copy, redistribute, or scrape data from the Site without authorization.
• Use automated tools or bots to collect or display event data without written permission.

11.2 Event Submissions

When submitting an event, you affirm that the information provided is accurate and that you have the right to share it. Discover Lockhart, TX reserves the right to edit, reject, or remove event listings that are inaccurate, inappropriate, or inconsistent with our community guidelines.

11.3 Intellectual Property

All text, graphics, logos, and content displayed on the Site are owned by Discover Lockhart, TX or its licensors and are protected by applicable copyright and trademark laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or publicly display any part of the Site without express written consent.

11.4 Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site is provided “as-is” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We make no guarantees regarding the accuracy, availability, or reliability of event data or listings.

11.5 Limitation of Liability

Discover Lockhart, TX shall not be liable for any damages resulting from your use of the Site, including indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

11.6 Modifications to Terms

We may revise these Terms at any time without notice. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

12. Updates to This Policy and Terms

This combined Privacy Policy and Terms of Use may be updated periodically to reflect changes in technology, law, or our operations. The revised version will include a new effective date and will replace prior versions.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions regarding our Privacy Policy or Terms of Use, please contact us: